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Sony VAIO VGX-TP3E/B HTPC C2Duo T5750 8400M GT 2GB RAM 480GB SSD Windows Vista
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Sony VAIO VGX-TP3E/B HTPC C2Duo T5750 8400M GT 2GB RAM 480GB SSD Windows Vista

Bottom line: The Sony VAIO VGX-TP3E/B HTPC C2Duo T5750 8400M GT 2GB RAM 480GB SSD is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro graphics cards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Before you buy

  • Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

Manufacturer description

Functionally, this VAIO is in flawless condition. The CPU and GPU have been refreshed with high qualityHoneywell PTM7950 thermal interface material for superior cooling and performance. This VAIO will manage the heat from its components better than when new with this thermal material and provide the best possible computing experience.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Sony VAIO VGX-TP3E/B HTPC C2Duo T5750 8400M GT 2GB RAM 480GB SSD… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics cards category. Sony's retro graphics cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro graphics cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Full Specifications

osWindows Vista
cpuIntel Core 2 Duo T5750
gpuNVIDIA GeForce 8400M GT
ram_mb2048
storage_gb480

Benchmark data for other graphics cards

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